1999 Hyundai XG vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai XG (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 306 kg more than 1999 Hyundai XG.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai XG | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | XG | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
